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One small player  a whole lot of entertainment

Leave it to Sony to come up with the most compact Blu-ray player we've seen. But the BDP-S185 is far more than a disc player  it's a one-box entertainment center. This player also lets you stream videos from Netflix® and YouTube, share your latest pictures with friends and family, or play music from streaming services like PANDORA® Internet radio. Oh, yeah, it plays those standard-def DVDs, too, and can make them look almost as good as HD.

Tell all your friends and followers

The BDP-S185 comes with Sony's Socialize feature. This allows you to post a message to the major social media sites so you can share information about the Internet videos and music that you're enjoying. Just the touch of a button on the included remote lets you easily post your opinion on Facebook® or Twitter.

Key Features:

plays standard Blu-ray discs, DVDs, and CDs

Internet-ready  plays TV shows, movies, and music from a number of sources, including Netflix®, YouTube, Hulu Plus, PANDORA®, and Slacker® (broadband service required; subscription required for Netflix service)

find the latest info about this Blu-ray player's Internet apps at Sony's website (apps may vary by model)

Blu-ray Disc players  the ultimate picture and sound

Blu-ray players deliver a better picture to your HDTV than any other available source. In fact, Blu-ray's 1080p picture is a perfect match for the 1080p screens found on most current TVs. Blu-ray movies also offer the most precise and realistic surround sound you can get. These players do a terrific job with standard DVDs, too  you'll see a cleaner, clearer picture with every disc in your collection. Many Blu-ray players can connect to the Internet for watching online movies from Netflix® and other video services.

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Disc Compatibility

Disc Compatibility: The Sony BDP-S185 Blu-ray disc player is compatible with many disc
types:

Disc Type

Disc Description

Blu-ray

BD-ROM, BD-R (ver.1.1/1.2/1.3), BD-RE (ver.2.1)

DVD

DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW

CD

CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW

Blu-ray Disc Overview: Blu-ray Disc (BD) is a new high-definition
disc format designed to take advantage of today's high quality HDTVs. The resolution
is up to 1920 x 1080 (1080p) and the data transfer rate is up to 54 mbps. Blu-ray Disc
discs and players offer several advantages over the standard DVD format:

Better Picture Quality: Blu-ray Disc
is a true high-definition format offering video at 720p,
1080i, or 1080p resolution. While standard DVDs look very
good on an HDTV, they don't provide a high-definition signal
(not even when you use an up-converting DVD player). Blu-ray
Disc delivers an extraordinarily sharp, clean, detailed
picture, with deeper, richer colors.

Greater Storage Capacity: What
makes Blu-ray Disc's superior picture and sound possible
is the much higher storage capacity of Blu-ray Disc discs.
A single-layer Blu-ray Disc can hold 25 gigabytes of data,
over five times the amount a standard DVD can hold. Dual-layer
Blu-ray Discs hold 50 gigabytes, which equates to nine hours
of High Definition or 23 hours of Standard Definition video,
plus high-resolution multi-channel audio and the added features
and material that require multiple discs with standard DVD.

Backward Compatible: To ensure backward-compatibility with your existing
library of discs, Blu-ray Disc players use a dual-laser mechanism:
a blue laser for playing high-definition Blu-ray Discs, and a
conventional red laser for playing DVDs and audio CDs.

Note: Like DVD, BD uses region codes. The region code on
your disc must match the region code on your player, otherwise the disc will
not play. The BDP-S185 is Blu-ray region A and DVD region 1. Blu-ray Disc
uses the Advanced Access Content System (AACS) to prevent unauthorized
recording of copyrighted material.

Firmware Updates: As Blu-Ray technology continues to evolve,
new disc types with enhanced functionality will become available. In order for
you to enjoy this new functionality, you will likely be required to update the
firmware in your player. These firmware updates will become available for
downloading from the Internet. Occasionally, Sony may release updated firmware
for this unit that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These updates
are available free of charge. This unit is capable of checking the firmware
automatically when connected to the Internet via broadband connection.

Note: The tested Sony BDP-S185 Blu-ray player contained
firmware version M09.R.0022 (as of 11/18/2011). There was an immediate
firmware upgrade (M09.R.0029) available. Visit the
Sony eSupport Site for the latest firmware update information.

AVCHD: AVCHD (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264) is a high definition digital
video camera format used to record in high definition or standard definition on
DVD, using an efficient data compression coding technology. The format is
designed to compress video and audio (Dolby Digital or Linear PCM) data, enabling
a high definition video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be
recorded on DVD discs, in the same way as it would be for a standard definition
signal.

JPEG Playback: This unit will play JPEG still picture files
recorded onto BD-RE, BD-R, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD-R, CD-R, and CD-RW discs. Still images on your disc can be viewed in a Slide-Show as well as
rotated 90-degrees left or right.

MP3/WMA/AAC Playback: The BDP-S185 supports MP3/WMA/AAC audio files recorded on BD-R/RE, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, and CD-R/RW
discs.
When stopped and restarted, playback
resumes at the same point as long as the tray hasn't been opened and the player
hasn't been turned off.

Video Features

Video Outputs: The Sony
BDP-S185 Blu-ray disc player features one high-definition HDMI output and one standard-definition
composite video output.

HDMI (ver.1.3): The BDP-S185's
HDMI output simplifies A/V connections by carrying video and digital audio in
one cable. The HDMI resolution can be fixed at 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, or
1080p, or set to Auto, which selects the highest resolution accepted by your
television.

Composite Video: The composite video output will only
output 480i, no matter the source.

Note: This player does not offer a component or S-video output.

Precision Cinema HD Upscaling: Through the HDMI output,
the BDP-S185 is capable of upscaling the resolution of your standard DVDs. Output
options include Auto (highest resolution accepted by the TV), 1080p (60 Hz video
or 24 Hz), 1080i, or 720p. If necessary the output resolution can also be set to
480p or 480i.

24p True Cinema: Movies are typically recorded on film with a
frame rate of 24 frames per second. When a movie is transferred to Blu-ray Disc at
24 frames per second the BDP-S185 will output that signal to the TV (if the TV will
accept the 1080p/24 format) with no need for conversion.

Deep Color: The Sony Blu-ray player supports a color depth of
up to 12 bits. Connecting the player and a TV that supports Deep Color via HDMI
allows more accurate color reproduction than when connecting it to a TV that does
not support Deep Color. The Deep Color function can be set to 10-bit, 12-bit,
Auto, or Off.

x.v.Color: The BDP-S185 supports x.v.Color, meaning it's ready
for x.v.Color discs when they become available in the future.

Screen Settings: The Sony BDP-S185 features the following
screen
settings:

Auto: The player
automatically detects whether the material is video-based or film-based, and
switches to the appropriate conversion method.

Video: The conversion
method suited for video-based material will always be selected regardless of
the content.

BonusView: The BonusView feature provides picture-in-picture
capability with select Blu-ray Disc titles. You can view addition content (such
as director/actor commentary) in a small display window while the movie is playing.

Dolby Digital Plus: Dolby Digital Plus
was developed as an extension to Dolby Digital. The audio
coding technology supports 7.1 channel surround sound. Dolby
Digital Plus also includes the standard Dolby Digital bit
stream and is compatible with all current Dolby Digital
processors using the coaxial digital output.

Dolby TrueHD: Dolby TrueHD is a lossless
coding technology that supports up to 8 channels of multi-channel
surround sound for the next generation optical discs. The reproduced
sound is true to the original source bit-for-bit.

DTS-HD High Resolution Audio: DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio supports a maximum sampling frequency of 96 kHz,
and 7.1 multi-channel surround. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio has
a maximum transmission rate of 6 Mbps, with a lossy compression.

Digital Audio Outputs: The BDP-S185 is equipped with a
coaxial digital output. The Audio menu allows you to select the
digital audio format that is passed through the coaxial digital
output. Settings allow you to transfer Dolby Digital and/or DTS sound tracks, or
down-mix surround bitstreams to 2-channel PCM audio.

Analog Audio: There is a pair of stereo analog RCA outputs.

USB/Internet Functions

USB Port: The front-panel USB (type-A) port
allows you to play photo (JPEG), videos (MPEG), & music (MP3/WMA/AAC) files on a connected USB device.
The player can recognize Mass Storage Class (MSC) Devices
that are FAT-compatible and Still Image Capture Devices
(SICD) class devices. The player can recognize up to 5 folders and 500
files per folder. The USB port also allows you to enjoy additional
content (such as BonusView) on certain Blue-ray Disc titles.
Some BD-ROMs have bonus content & other data which can be
downloaded to an inserted USB Flash Drive (minimum 1 GB
recommended, sold separately).

Note: Not all USB devices are supported. The player also
supports USB 101 keyboards.

BRAVIA Internet Video: The Sony BDP-S185 lets you instantly
access millions of online entertainment choices from BRAVIA Internet Video.
Using your home network and broadband connection, you can access a wide variety
of movies, videos, music, and more. This can be done through the Blu-ray
player's Ethernet terminal or using the optional USB Wireless LAN adapter (sold
separately). Currently BRAVIA Internet Video offers the following online content
(as of November 2011).

Socialize: The Socialize feature allows you to post a message to the leading social media sites
(Facebook & Twitter) so you can share information about the Internet videos &
music that you're enjoying on the Sony Blu-ray disc player.

Gracenote Metadata Service: The Gracenote Metadata service
instantly gives you access to detailed information about the movies you are
watching through the Blu-ray disc player internet connectivity. This
easy-to-navigate service displays information such as cast information, genre,
jacket art and more right on the TV screen. You can also access select internet
apps including YouTube and Qriocity to find related entertainment

Note: Requires Internet connectivity. Some disc titles may not be
supported by the Gracenote service.

BD-Live: BD-Live technology allows you to download and stream
bonus content such as additional scenes, shorts, trailers, movie-based games, and
more from a broadband Internet and home network connections (fees may apply). The
Sony Blu-ray player features an Ethernet port to connect to the Internet via your
home network & features front-panel USB port for additional storage.

Note: You must have a minimum 1GB USB
memory device inserted in the unit's front-panel USB port
in order to download content from BD-Live.

Convenience Features

Start Up/Play Back Time: The Sony BDP-S185 Blu-ray
player has a start-up time of approximately 25 seconds. It takes approximately
43 seconds for a Blu-ray disc to begin playback.

Note: The Start Up/Play Back Time tests were started with the
Blu-ray player initially turned off & in standby mode. The Start Up Time
test was stopped when the player's Home Menu screen appeared. The Play Back
Time test was stopped when the Blu-ray disc began playback.

On-Screen Display: The Sony BDP-S185 provides an OSD via its
HDMI or composite video output. The on-screen text can be set to English,
French, Spanish, or Portuguese. The unit does not offer a front-panel
display.

Screen Saver: The screen saver image appears when you do not
use the player for more than 10 minutes while an on-screen display, such as the
home menu, is displayed on your TV screen. The screen saver image helps prevent
your display devices from becoming damaged.

Parental Control: The Sony BDP-S185 offers Parental Control
settings to limit BD, DVD, and streamed Internet video according to the age of
the users. You can also Allow or Block all unrated Internet video. The control
settings are protected by a custom 4-digit password. You can also lock the disc
tray to prevent it from being opened by mistake.

Remote Control

Multi-brand Remote: The supplied remote operates the Blu-ray
player & a Sony TV's power on/off, input select, and volume up/down. The remote
is also pre-programmed with power, input, & volume controls for several other
brand TVs.

HDMI Control (Bravia Sync): Sony components compatible with
the HDMI Control function can be controlled via the HDMI connection. This includes
convenient features like One-Touch Play & System Power-Off.

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BDP-S185

Good unit except for the buttons

Written By Cableman, Houston, TX on Thursday, January 17, 2013

This BD player performs fine. I have not had a problem with its basic function after several months. My only complaint is the buttons (power, eject, and 2 others) being located on the top of the unit. Not only does this make it difficult to see what the buttons do, but the icons on the buttons are so small they are hard to see. I wish Sony would go back the old days and use a design similar to their CDP-55 CD player from the mid 1980's which had large, easy-to-see and use buttons on the front. Due to the poor design of the buttons, I give this unit 4 stars and not 5.

A great Blu-Ray player except for the buttons

Written By Blu Homer, Upstate NY on Saturday, December 29, 2012

I really like this Blu Ray player with one exception. The video and sound quality is great for the price, with a great selection of streaming options. The lack of a display is a minor negative. The bigger problem is the buttons on top of the unit. After approximately 6 months it appears that the support under the buttons has broken, leaving two of them unusable. Luckily, all of the featuresprovided by the buttons are available on the remote, including an exject button. This will allow me to use the player until I get around to sending it back for service.

Sony BDP-S185 Blu-ray Disc Player Device

Very Happy - This device replaced my old BDP-S550 - Blu-ray player. The BDP-S185 is now Interfaced to my Sony 42" Plasma KE-42-TS2 - 9 years old Plasma TV input port 3 which accepts PCI-D - I use a conversion cable Arista 58-7726 (HDMI-PCI) - works great (video) - The PCI input does not accept audio - the audio output works on the BDP-S185 and plugs into the audio input 3 for the TV set - works perfectly.

Pros:After receiving the BDP-S185 -I Downloaded firmware upgrade and installed it by burning a cd.
It came with revision #42 - I Installed firmware revision #54. works perfectly

Sony BDP-S185 - Great Player!

Written By EJ Mac, Andover, MA on Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Great little BluRay HD player. It DOES stream NetFlix, etc. It is a hard-wired Ethernet Internet connection, and will work out of the box with a direct -wired connection. Note: the Sony UWA-BR100 USB wi-fi adapter is not compatible with this unit. (its USB port is for picture viewing/BD functionality only.) If you need wireless internet, you will need an Ethernet to Wireless adapter. Although I haven't tried, you could probably attach a USB keyboard to it as well if needed.

Can't beat the value

You can't beat this for the money. I stream Netflix, Amazon, and Hulu Plus. I play photo slide shows from disks that I have burned. Menu is straightforward. It is amazing how little you have to pay now for access to an incredible amount of content. The only thing it doesn't do is connect directly to your computer to do photo slide shows. But you can easily get around that by burning your slide show to a disk or a USB drive. Wonderful. And cheap cheap cheap!

BDP-S185 Sony Blu Ray player

I bought one of these for my son in law for Xmas. He loved it. Then, my Samsung Blu Ray died, and I replaced it with the little Sony. I liked it so much that I bought another one fo another TV in the house.

Needs a keyboard

These internet-connected DVD players are great, but their usefulness for internet browsing is severely limited by lack of a keyboard/mouse. The smart-phone application that allows one to use one's smart-phone keyboard to navigate on the BD player works very slowly, if at all, and is practically useless. Home networking is getting better all the time, making it easier to connect to your PC's picture and music files.